On Monday, Jan. 27, the City of Big Spring Streets department will be striping the roadway at the three-way stop located at the intersection of Randolph Boulevard, Wright Avenue, and Simler Drive.

 Military Recognition Night will be taking place Feb. 4 at 6:15 p.m. before the tip off of the Forsan Varsity Girls basketball game, at the Forsan High School Game Gym.

The "A" Team from the Howard College Basketball Team went out to help with the Food 2 Kids Program. They went out earlier this week to help unpack 1500 food items for the Month of February.

Congratulations to BSHS's CX Debate team! They won their 19th consecutive district championship and continued a 19 year streak qualifying a team or teams for the State competition.

The students at Big Spring High School are gearing up for the upcoming Sheriff Forum, set for Jan. 25 at 11 a.m. inside the BSHS library. The forum is open to the public and will be an opportunity to hear from both candidates who have placed their name on the ballot – Stan Parker and Tad Ellis. 

The Big Spring and Howard County community gathered together throughout the day to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. and the contributions he made that are still impacting our nation today. 

 For those seniors, juniors and sophomores and parents who have started planning for beyond high school, there will be an opportunity to explore resources provided in our area. 

During the monthly meeting of the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Chapter 47 presented certificates of appreciation to local community partners - Forsan Elementary, West Texas VA Chief of Volunteer Services, and Cross Roads Young Marines. Certificates were also prepared for Big Spring Band …

Five Coahoma High School band students performed in the All-Region 6 band concert held this past Saturday in Andrews. 

Schools across Howard County are closed in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, along with the City of Big Spring and Howard County offices. 

Sneezing, coughing, body aches, high temperature, and more may sound like the introduction to a television commercial, but it's not. The list are just a few of the signs and symptoms that have been associated with the flu this year. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) flu seas…

Former Big Spring Steer Ryan Tannehill and the Titans are facing off against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday in the AFC Championship. 

Chamber members,  Ambassadors and community members joined with Boot Barn staff to celebrate the opening. 

COAHOMA — Nick Tutle was named the champion of the Coahoma Junior High School’s (CJHS) first Great Shake event held recently.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Jan. 21. A list of office closures is listed below: 

The following buildings in Howard County will close their offices at 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 24 for routine pest control services: 

The City Council has passed the ordinance to declare Big Spring a Sanctuary City for the unborn. 

On Wednesday, January 15, 2020, City crews will repair a water leak in the 900 block of South Gregg Street. Customers in a three-block radius from the location may experience low pressure and/or total water interruption while repairs are completed.

The burn ban has been extended for another 90 days by the Howard County Commissioners, during the first regular meeting of County Commissioners.

 On Jan. 9 2020, at approximately 7:00 P.M., Big Spring Police Department officers were dispatched to 1900 Martin Luther King Boulevard (Knollwood Heights Apartments) in reference to suspicious activity. 

Businesses across Big Spring took the time to show their appreciation to local law enforcement, in recognition of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.

Update 12:50 p.m.: The BSPD has reported the phone lines are back up and working again. Thank you for your patience during this time. 

Serving and protecting, no matter the weather and no matter the day, is the oath law enforcement officers uphold. As an extension of the community's appreciation for all they do, SMMC will be hosting a prayer at the pole to start off the day, with a grab-n-go breakfast and Parkview Skilled C…

Prep the bikes, grab your helmets and get ready for the first race of the year atop Scenic Mountain State Park. The race will take place Jan. 11 at 10 a.m.

The new year has arrived and health is at the forefront of most people's mind, including the Big Spring Area Chamber of Commerce. Planning for the 2020 annual Health Fair has kicked off, vendors and sponsors are being sought.

It's that time again. 2020 will be a big election year, one in which we will be casting our votes for President of the United States and local elections. To prepare for this election season, new voter registration cards were mailed out to all registered voters.

Happy New Year from the Big Spring Herald . 

We have arrived at the final day of the year and of the decade.  As you all celebrate tonight with family and friends,  here are a few safety reminders from our local first responders and law enforcement:

According to an arrest record provided by the Abilene Police Department, on Dec. 25, a Big Spring resident John M. Wilkinson, white male, 34 years of age, was arrested for Aggravated Kidnapping/Sexual Abuse.

City Hall and the City Hall Annex will close at 4:00 PM on Friday, December 27, 2019, for quarterly pesticide application. Both locations will resume normal hours of operation on Monday, December 30, 2019.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

On behalf of the Big Spring Herald Staff, we want to wish you a Merry Christmad! 

Veteran Ovis Donald James was honored with the Quilt of Valor this past weekend,  at Lamun Lusk Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home. 

Monday December 30, 2019, will mark the 25th Anniversary of the tragic loss of Trooper Troy M. Hogue. Troy was not only a fellow law enforcement officer; he was a great friend to many of this community. He was born and raised in here in Howard County. In 2012 the Joint Law Enforcement Center…

The Salvation Army had the Angel Tree distribution Saturday morning.  

Saturday afternoon the local chapter of Combat Vets Association visited with residents at Lamun Lusk  Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home. 

The Festival of Lights is going strong.  If you haven't made it through this year,  there are still a few days left before the lights turn off for the season.  

Occidental today announced a donation to the Howard County Volunteer Fire Department to purchase personal protective equipment.

As of December 16, 2019 the Benton Street Bridge is closed completely to all through traffic. We apologize for any inconvenience and request your patience while repairs are made.

After 37 years in practice, including the last 17 in the Big Spring community, Scenic Mountain Medical Center obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Keith Ledford, will retire at the end of this month. During his career, Dr. Ledford has delivered nearly 6,000 babies, including an estimated 1,700 …

The Big Spring Police Department Criminal Investigations Division has been actively investigating the murder of Chandon Dakota Davlin, that occurred on the 11th of December 2019 in the 300 block of San Jacinto. 

The Red Kettle Challenge is going strong. 

This year the Forsan Elementary 5th Grade Student Council chose the Salvation Army Angel Tree for their project.

On the 11th of December at approximately 10:35 P.M., Big Spring Police Department officers were dispatched to the 300 block of San Jacinto in reference to a gunshot victim. 

On the 11th of December 2019 at approximately 7:20 P.M., Big Spring Police Department Officers were dispatched to 1703 S. Gregg (Posh Nail & Spa) in reference to a Robbery. 

The Big Spring Police Department issued the following information regarding the robbery that took place at DK on Dec. 10.

Members of the United Way of Big Spring and Howard County gathered together for the Big Push in the 2020 campaign. 

Big Spring ISD issues the following statement Tuesday morning, regarding the bomb threat situation that occurred Monday, Dec. 9. The statement is as follows: